The Felt Sense: A Sense of All of That…
Sometimes moving forward requires not getting too involved with thoughts and feelings, not trying to understand or express them, but just getting a vague yet complex sense of “all of that”.
Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life Articles in October, 2010
Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life published the following articles in October, 2010.
As Elections Approach, The Lies Mount
One of the most insidious ways to lie is to report a series facts that are technically accurate but nonetheless don’t tell the “whole story” — a practice which modern politics has elevated to an art form. But the real tragedy lies in how numb and indifferent we have become with regard to this kind of behavior.
Self Care When There’s No Time for Self Care
How many times have we heard the tired advice “take care of yourself”? Great…but how are we supposed to do that when work seems to consume all our time? Here’s how I developed my own “me time” bit by bit over the years.
Everyday Mysteries: In Search of Answers
It can be difficult, even impossible sometimes, to find meaning in the actions or behaviour of other people. Looking for reasons can be a frustratingly futile exercise, but perhaps it’s a way of keeping curiosity alive whilst wondering about the lives of others.
Case in Point: A Triumph of the Human Spirit
Now that the Chilean miners have again seen the light of day, a lot of fighting is about to break out. But what if all the various investigations and arguments we’re about to witness were approached with the same level of spirit and cooperation the world saw so clearly during the rescue effort itself?
Life Ordeals, Pain, and the Human Spirit
Life’s ordeals — whether invited by design or foisted on us by circumstances — and the way we deal with them can be not only instrumental to individual character development but also a testament to the human spirit itself.
In Praise of the Transparent Parent
What does it mean to be a good parent? Must you always control your anger? Must you always be 100% consistent in enforcing rules? Must you always maintain a unified front with your partner? What if it was OK to be inconsistent, upset, and even at odds with other caregivers? What if giving our children a safe window into the real stresses and conflicts of being an adult is exactly what our kids need to become competent adults?